Overview

Would you like to work for a company that gives you:£250, up to £1000 cash incentives when referring a friend to come and join our team - TandC''s applyLong service recognition cash bonus and free overnight hotel stays for services from 2 years and upRewards your hard work with team benefits when you join usLocated in the heart of England, just off the M6, you''ll find our DoubleTree by Hilton Coventry hotel. Newly refurbished and welcoming, this modern hotel is a top choice for business travellers, convention attendees and families. Savor our signature, warm chocolate chip cookie and enjoy the various amenities designed for a comfortable stay.

Responsibilities

As Director of Sales, you will analyse local market trends and competitor activity to recommend strategies that keep the hotel a leader in the marketplace.Be an integral part of the growth and development of future and repeat business.Analyse local market trends and competitor activity to identify business leads.Develop customer accounts and travel within the local area to drive business into the specific hotel/cluster and to increase market/customer share in all revenue streams.Negotiate room rates/packages with corporate clients.Develop and implement creative local marketing channels, including social media channels.Prepare company contracts for the hotel in accordance with current business and pricing conditions.Work within current business strategies and recognise potential opportunities.Cooperate with other departments in the hotel to create an exceptional guest experience and build strong, comprehensive sales programs.Attend sales events, as required.Produce accurate and timely reports that meet the needs of the Sales Director and senior management, including reporting of appointments, calls made and business leads.Respond to customer queries in a prompt and professional manner.Manage staff performance in compliance with company policies and procedures.Recruit, manage, train and develop the sales team.

Qualifications / Skills

Passionate and willingness to learn.Positive attitude and someone who makes guests smile.Genuinely friendly and caring; enjoys working as part of a team.Able to be ambitious and hard working and develop their team.Excellent standards; lead from the front with good organisational and time management skills.Resilient, creative, able to multitask and work under pressure.Ability to work morning, afternoon/evening, and weekends.Able to deliver exceptional customer experiences all the time.

Company Benefits

Meals provided while on shift.Sales incentives and initiative rewards.Discounted or free use of leisure facilities (hotel specific).Free car parking (hotel specific).Stays in our hotels at discounted prices or free stays as rewards and recognition incentives.Opportunities for personal development within the hotel.Group brand portfolio and fully funded apprenticeships - TandC''s apply.Annual holiday entitlements inclusive of Bank Holidays; option to buy additional holiday entitlements.Pension enrolment; opportunities to grow and develop within the Klarent Hospitality Group Brand Portfolio.

What will I be doing?

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